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Smithsonian Enterprises is a division of the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s largest museum and research organization. Established in 1846 with a bequest from English Scientist James Smithson, the Institution currently encompasses 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoo and 9 research centers. The Smithsonian has facilities in 7 states, the District of Columbia and the Republic of Panama supporting over 6,200 employees. Smithsonian Enterprises encompasses Smithsonian Media Group, Retail Group, and the Consumer Education and Licensing Group.

Advertising Operations and Yield Optimization Manager

Smithsonian Enterprises is seeking an Advertising Operations and Yield Optimization Manager in our Washington, DC office to be actively involved in the management and optimization of all aspects of digital advertising placements, both direct and programmatic, for Smithsonian Media’s websites and mobile platforms, including Smithsonian.com, AirSpaceMag.com and TweenTribune.com.

Manages the implementation, execution and optimization of digital advertising campaigns across all Smithsonian Media properties, including Smithsonian.com, AirSpaceMag.com and TweenTribune.com.

Collaborates with sales and digital teams on incoming RFPs, agency grids, forms and proactive proposals in order to formulate media plans to meet client objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university in Marketing, Journalism or a related discipline.

Minimum of 3-5 years work experience in digital ad sales operations, preferably for an online media publication.

Work experience with DoubleClick for Publishers or a similar ad server, a Web content management system and basic HTML.

Strong analytics skills, extreme attention to detail and the ability to handle several projects at once under deadline pressure are essential.

Ability to analyze the key metrics needed to measure success and synthesize actionable next steps.

Must be fluent in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and possess strong communication skills, particularly the ability to interpret data and convey technical details to a variety of audiences.

Proven ability to work effectively with both internal team members from multiple divisions and outside clients.

Experience creating accurate impression and revenue projections based on data.